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Health advances marked 2025, even as wars and funding cuts strained systems
From eliminating deadly infections to expanding access to lifesaving vaccines, 2025 delivered meaningful progress for global health, according to the UN World Health Organization (WHO), offering cautious optimism at the close of a year marked by both breakthroughs and strain.
Full-length Replay: First Things First: OT
Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes and OT anchor Danny Parkins offer their opinions on the day’s biggest sports stories.
Topological photonics for single-photon sources
Light: Science & Applications - Topological photonics for single-photon sources
Legacy Health, striking clinicians reach second tentative deal to end walkout
The agreement ends a monthlong strike and heads to a ratification vote after workers rejected an earlier deal.
Bari Weiss fires back at George Clooney's claim that she is 'dismantling' CBS News
Bari Weiss has responded to George Clooney calling her hiring as editor-in-chief of CBS News a sign of Donald Trump's increasing influence over the media.
NBA Power Rankings: Knicks slide into top spot as Spurs lose steam; Hawks winless after Trae Young's return
Also, here come the Clippers!
Bills starter usage may hinge on one midweek update
Latest Bills updates: Allen improving, injuries lingering, and McDermott keeping snap counts open for the Jets finale.
The Annual Can't Let It Go Year End Extravaganza : The NPR Politics Podcast
We look back on some of the highlights from 2025 we can't stop thinking about, politics or otherwise.This episode: voting correspondents Miles Parks & Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, political reporter Elena Moore, senior political editor & correspondent Domenico Montanaro, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and political correspondent Sarah McCammon.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Brian Niccol said Reddit showed him 'Back to Starbucks' was working
Reddit users advising Starbucks job candidates said interviewees should be ready to discuss customer service.
Boyd, Winter lead Wisconsin past Milwaukee 80-60
MADISON, Wisc. (AP) Nick Boyd scored 16 points and Nolan Winter scored 14 points and Wisconsin beat Milwaukee 80-60 on Tuesday night.
From triumph to heartbreak: Houston’s 2025 sports moments
Houston's 2025 sports scene was a rollercoaster of change and triumphs, from iconic Astros transitions and star trades to local high school wins.
Knicks, Spurs ring out 2025 with NBA Cup final rematch
The New York Knicks can build on a three-game winning streak and produce a repeat result of the NBA Cup final when they visit the suddenly struggling San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday in a clash between two of the league's best teams.
Full-length Replay: First Things First: OT
Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes and OT anchor Danny Parkins offer their opinions on the day’s biggest sports stories.
Fargo sports cards store manager charged with stealing nearly $30k in cash, inventory
Felony theft charges were filed Tuesday against Jared Freese, of Moorhead, after an owner of Triple Diamond Sports Cards reported discovering the crimes over the weekend.
The science of how (and when) we decide to speak out—or self-censor
The study's main takeaway: "Be bold. It is the thing that slows down authoritarian creep."
'Community' alum Yvette Nicole Brown speaks out amid Chevy Chase doc: 'Keep my name out of your mouth'
Yvette Nicole Brown appears to blast the upcoming Chevy Chase doc, which addresses an incident between the 'Community' stars that involved Chase allegedly saying the N-word: 'Keep my name out of your mouth.'
Healthy-sounding buzzwords could be hiding added sugar in plain sight
Added sugars are difficult to quickly spot because many companies use clever marketing to distract consumers, said Nicole Avena, a professor of neuroscience and psychiatry at Mount Sinai Medical School and Princeton University
Year in review: the impact of Project 2025 : The NPR Politics Podcast
As we approach 2026, the NPR Politics Podcast is taking a look back at the year that was in different political areas. Today, we look at how Project 2025, a document published by the Heritage Foundation to outline policy objectives in a Republican administration taking office in 2025, has influenced the Trump administration's approach to governance.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
UNA announces National Girls and Women in Sports Day Clinic for January 31 - University of North Alabama Athletics
FLORENCE, Ala. (December 30, 2025) – For a second straight year, the University of North Alabama Department of Athletics will host a free youth clinic to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Saturday, January 31 from 10 a.m. to noon at the UNA Rec Center.
NFL Panic Meter: What's on the line in Week 18, including Aaron Rodgers playing perhaps his last game
Looking for friends, lobsters may stumble into an ecological trap
Gathering for mutual defense puts young spiny lobsters at risk of predators.
Get Cooking Culinary Class
Join one of our chefs at the ECU Health Lifestyle Medicine Clinic for a hands-on culinary experience focused on healthy whole foods.
From lawsuits to new laws, these Oregonians made biggest impacts on state politics in 2025
A roundup of Oregonians who played an outsized role in protests, policies and major tax cut and spending packages making headlines this year.
2026 Predictions: Apple Will Reverse Its AI Slump
As AI has completely consumed the tech industry, Apple has held back from the colossal investments in the technology its peers have been making. Wall Street, pundits and media outlets have criticized and chronicled Apple’s stumbles and seeming lack of urgency in the AI arms race.Thatincludesus. ...
In a tumultuous year, US health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
In the whirlwind first year of President Donald Trump’s second term, some of the most polarizing changes have taken place within the Department of Health and Human Services, where Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has openly rebuffed the medical establishment as he converts the ideas of his Make America Healthy Again movement into public policy. Since entering office in February, the health secretary has overseen a dramatic reshaping of the agencies he oversees, including eliminating thousands of jobs and freezing or canceling billions of dollars for scientific research. As part of his campaign against chronic disease, he has redrawn the government's position on topics such as seed oils, fluoride and Tylenol.
How ‘Call of Duty’ Got Dethroned in 2025
‘Battlefield,’ ‘ARC Raiders,’ and the juggernaut franchise’s own failings knocked ‘Black Ops 7’ off the series’ perennial top perch
Look back at the top business stories of 2025
Waabigwan Mashkiki, Moorhead's first recreational-use cannabis dispensary, opened in May. See what other stories made our list for 2025.
Time runs faster on Mars and scientists just proved it
Thanks to Einstein’s relativity, time flows differently on Mars than on Earth. NIST scientists have now nailed down the difference, showing that Mars clocks tick slightly faster—and fluctuate over the Martian year. These microsecond shifts could play a big role in future Mars navigation, communications, and even a solar-system-wide internet. It’s a small time gap with big consequences for space exploration.
The Politics of Music in Vienna
The Vienna Philharmonic’s buried Nazi history and Austria’s political present.
Explosive Audit Urges Dissolving Insolvent City Employee Health Fund
The review by Comptroller Brad Lander finds the joint city and municipal union fund owes billions to the city following contract deals that aimed to save money on health care.
17 Rochester businesses that shut down in 2025. See list
Closings included major retailers and mom-and-pop operations.
Workplace Medicine: Building health and business together | LMH Health
LMH Health Workplace Medicine is redefining occupational medicine in Lawrence and beyond. With a focus on communication, relationships and comprehensive care, we help keep employees safe, healthy and thriving.
Korea building national AI-ready health data infrastructure
The government will also fund hospital-based verification programs so AI tools can be tested and validated at scale before clinical rollout.
Prep basketball roundup: Rolling Hills Preps knocks off Arcadia at Damien
Nick Welch Jr. and Kawika Suter help Rolling Hills Prep advance to the Gold Division championship game at the Classic at Damien.
Mobile health and wellness clinic visits East San Jose
Free health screenings were offered Monday to residents in East San Jose.
Full-length Replay: First Things First: OT
Nick Wright, Chris Broussard, Kevin Wildes and OT anchor Danny Parkins offer their opinions on the day’s biggest sports stories.
Federal program awards Massachusetts $162M to address rural health care gaps
State officials plan to use funds for mobile health units, telehealth expansion, and modernizing facilities in 160 rural municipalities.
Macaulay Culkin explains his perpetual retirement from acting: 'Technically, I'm retired right now'
Retirement is a perpetual state of mind for Macaulay Culkin, who explains his views on that, and why he took a lengthy hiatus from Hollywood at age 14.
Russell Report: 2025 Sports Wrap-up
Florida Men's Basketball wins a national title, Gator Gymnastics just misses winning another one, softball has another nice year as well.
Did one line in a Leonardo codex anticipate yakisugi?
The Japanese technique of burning wood surfaces creates a protective carbonized layer in bioarchitecture.
Colorado hires exciting new athletic director
Folks, doesn’t it feel good to have faith in an institution again? Isn’t it nice to trust the people making decisions that affect your life? I got to feel the sunshine of good decisions (not mine, obviously) on my face this weekend. My bet is, if you’re reading this, you did, too. We, as Colorado […]
New Rep. Thompson law cuts red tape, protects small business owners
“When we have multiple layers of bureaucracy, we are actively pushing entrepreneurs and small business owners out of our state,” said Thompson, of Brownstown Township. “This new law will support economic independence and sustainability for people who often face significant barriers to business ownership. The era of government nickel and diming hardworking people must end."
Former ‘SNL’ star gets candid about health scare — ‘back from the dead’
This iconic comic actor has revealed new details about a health scare that left him in the hospital for five weeks.
A quirky guide to myths and lore based in actual science
Folklorist/historian Adrienne Mayor on her new book Mythopedia: A Brief Compendium of Natural History Lore...
The events that defined world politics in 2025
From Vance’s shock Munich speech to the release of the Epstein files, Trump’s return to power has defined the year
Small businesses thrive at Bernice Garden Market, a vital hub for Arkansas vendors
Sunday marked the final day of the season at the Bernice Garden Farmer's Market, a place that--for years--has done more than sell produce.The market has given s
Remembering what Windows 10 did right—and how it made modern Windows more annoying
Remembering Windows 10's rollout can help diagnose what ails Windows 11.
A look back at the year in local art and entertainment
From stellar concerts to funny films and sad farewells, these stories resonated in 2025.
Mercer Health announces the retirement of Dr. Thangaraj Amaran, Vice President of Medical Affairs
Dr. Amaran began his tenure at Mercer Health in July 1981 as a Board Certified Urologist, dedicating nearly four decades to patient care until January 2018. His clinical expertise was matched by his leadership, serving as Vice Chief of Staff (1983), Chief of Staff (1985, 1986, 1991), and Past Chief of Staff (1992). During this […]
I switched to eSIM in 2025, and I am full of regret
Swapping SIM cards used to be easy, and then came eSIM.
Herald's most-read sports stories of 2025: UND hockey's coaching shakeup reigns supreme
Coverage of UND hockey's coaching change consistently ranked among Herald's top sports content in 2025. Here are the top 10 most-read stories of the year, ranging from hockey to motor racing.
The brain has a hidden language and scientists just found it
Researchers have created a protein that can detect the faint chemical signals neurons receive from other brain cells. By tracking glutamate in real time, scientists can finally see how neurons process incoming information before sending signals onward. This reveals a missing layer of brain communication that has been invisible until now. The discovery could reshape how scientists study learning, memory, and brain disease.
From Illness to Impact: Turning Science into a Tool for Community Change
Elijah was a 2023 award winner of the National Academies’ Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications with a continued passion for documentary filmmaking, storytelling, public performance, scientific research, communication, impact campaigns, public engagement and restructuring a better society.
Army Public Health: Fort Drum’s Front Line of Preventative Health
At Fort Drum, the agency at the forefront of preventative health is Army Public Health Nursing, a multi-disciplined clinic dedicated to sustaining military readiness through health promotion and disease prevention activities.
Meet Nicole Watts: Minister, refugee advocate, political neophyte will lead Onondaga County legislature
Nicole Watts, 43, says "yes" when most others would walk away.
Virginia awaits decision on $1 billion rural health grant
Outdated technology, provider shortages, long travel times to care and high rates of chronic disease are among the issues the application aims to address. To tackle those challenges, the administration proposes directing any awarded funds into four integrated initiatives it has developed.
Man builds his own Apple Watch from scratch in just one week while in the world’s largest electronics market in China
After building his own iPhone 17, YouTube tech guru Strange Parts has now built his own DIY Apple Watch from scratch in China's tech marketplace
College of Business pilots service-learning in curriculum
MGT 321 students apply business communication skills through a service-learning component supporting local nonprofits and campus partners.
Retro Semiconductors: The Silicon Controlled Rectifier
Over on YouTube [Lockdown Electronics] reviews an old bit of kit known as the Silicon Controlled Rectifier (SCR). Invented in the 1950s the SCR is a type of thyristor and they were popular back in …
The people behind the telescope: How specialized expertise is supporting science at the edge of the universe
Behind a world-leading telescope bound for Chile is a team of engineers, machinists, electronics specialists and riggers at Cornell. Meet the specialized staff whose expertise is helping push cosmology to new frontiers.
Persistent Knicks look to continue Pelicans' woes
The finishing kick for the undermanned New York Knicks on Saturday night showed why they're considered NBA title contenders.
Cheetah MX4 Mini: A Pint-Sized 3D Printer Controller
There’s a seemingly unending list of modifications or upgrades you can make to a 3D printer. Most revolve around the mechanical side of things, many are simple prints or small add-ons. This upgrade…
2025: AI and AR Transform Communication and Entertainment
In 2025, communication and entertainment sectors evolve through AI-driven personalization, immersive technologies like AR/VR, and interactive social platforms, fostering seamless hybrid experiences and authentic content. Challenges include privacy concerns and infrastructure needs. Ultimately, these innovations amplify human connections while demanding ethical adaptations.
Brigitte Bardot Dies: Iconic French Actress Was 91
In the late '50s and '60s, she earned the nickname 'Sex Kitten,' and was best known for 'And God Created Woman.'
This Castro clinic was on the front lines of HIV care. After 60 years, it’s still changing lives
From AIDS to COVID to addiction care, the Castro-Mission Health Center has quietly shaped San Francisco’s public health for six decades.
The best of 2025 entertainment. Niko Moon, Nickelback and 'Air Bud'
Entertainment writer Ed Balint ranks the best of 2025. From Stark County's celebrity dog to Niko Moon in downtown Canton to Nickelback's metal mayhem.
I test mechanical keyboards all year round — here are my favorites from 2025
Thock it to 'em
MrBeast's former manager says the age of social-media superstars is fading
MrBeast's former manager Reed Duchscher said we're unlikely to see mega stars break out as algorithms favor smaller creators who make niche content.
Texas A&M-CC hosts Nicholls after Kenembeni's 21-point showing
Nicholls visits the Texas A&M-CC Islanders after Marie Kenembeni scored 21 points in the Colonels' 70-47 victory over the Houston Christian Huskies
Striking Legacy Clinicians Reject Tentative Agreement Between Union and Health System
Health System says contract is “materially consistent” with its pre-strike offer.
Full-length Replay: Bari vs Avellino
From San Nicola Stadium in Bari, Bari, Italy.
Impact of Microplastic Exposure on Human Health: A Systematic Review of Mechanisms, Biomarkers, and Clinical Outcomes
Microplastics (≤5 mm) are increasingly recognized as pervasive environmental pollutants with potential implications for human health. Human exposure occurs primarily through ingestion and inhala...
Thunder look to bounce back against Joel Embiid, Sixers
In the middle of their toughest stretch of the season, the Oklahoma City Thunder aren't about to panic.
HarfBuzz 12.3 Released - Nice Performance Improvements To This Text Shaping Engine
HarfBuzz 12.3 was just released for ending out 2025 with some nice performance improvements to this widely-used text shaping engine
Bemidji Lions Club donates to Headwaters Science Center
Following a demonstration from the Headwaters Science Center, Bemidji Lions Club President Bob Sandbo presented a $1,000 donation to the center.
💰 Saudi clubs admit: signing Vinicius Junior is a possibility
Ramón Planes, sporting director of Al Ittihad, has fueled the 'Vinicius Case'. The Spanish executive has not hesitated to stir up rumors placing Vinicius Júnior at the center of the ambitious Saudi ...
A sobering thought: Even short-term Dry January can offer health benefits
Once a niche challenge, Dry January has become a mainstream reset — prompting new research into how even short breaks from alcohol can yield meaningful...
Hawks stumble into matchup with surging Knicks
The New York Knicks, riding the momentum of a comeback win on Christmas Day, open a three-game road trip with a stop in Atlanta to play the struggling Hawks on Saturday.
How to Communicate With Your Cat, According to Science
According to researchers, one of the simplest ways to communicate with your cat requires zero words and minimal effort. Here's how.
2025: a year in political cartoons – from a Bond-villain Trump to a toppled prince | Martin Rowson, Ella Baron, Nicola Jennings and Ben Jennings
Our cartoonists look back at a year of covering tragedy, farce and everything in between – and having to draw far too many Donald Trumps
Thousands of dollars in hats and sneakers stolen from W. Houston business, then thieves went back for more
Video shows three people inside the store Eight One. In all, they stole between $7,000 and $10,000 worth of merchandise and electronics.
Health Beat: The benefits of creatine
But if you’re not seeing the results you want in the gym, Cleveland Clinic says this supplement can help.
Promising Entertainment Stocks To Follow Today
Walt Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, Verizon Communications, Roblox, SEA, Take-Two Interactive Software, and Live Nation Entertainment are the seven Entertainment stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool. "Entertainment stocks" are publicly traded equities of companies w
Small Town Politics: WALB investigates allegations of election fraud; several South Georgia counties being investigated by the state elections board
Across South Georgia, small town politics can divide communities, neighborhoods, and even families. That’s why we are launching a new segment...Dedicated to uncovering and unpacking stories about local corruption, confusion, and conflicts. Beginning in the city of Nicholls where the November election led to a recount.
Embark on a visual voyage of art inspired by black holes
Art and science converge in Lynn Gamwell's book, Conjuring the Void: The Art of Black Holes...
Stardew Valley Gets Free Switch 2 Upgrade That Doubles Coop
Also: the first Nicolas Cage Madden trailer has been unleashed
In the ’90s, Wing Commander: Privateer made me realize what kind of games I love
Most things Privateer did have been done better, but it's still a classic.
Federal cuts and reversals upend California health care in 2025
California health care faced major cuts in 2025 as federal Medicaid funding dropped and ACA subsidies stalled, threatening millions.
She has ‘the worst job in Oregon politics.’ But she wants to keep it
It's been no picnic for Elana Pirtle-Guiney as she's tried to lead Portland's first City Council under a new form of government.
Ars Technica’s Top 20 video games of 2025
A mix of expected sequels and out-of-nowhere indie gems made 2025 a joy.
A new superconductor breaks rules physicists thought were fixed
A shiny gray crystal called platinum-bismuth-two hides an electronic world unlike anything scientists have seen before. Researchers discovered that only the crystal’s outer surfaces become superconducting—allowing electrons to flow with zero resistance—while the interior remains ordinary metal. Even stranger, the electrons on the surface pair up in a highly unusual pattern that breaks all known rules of superconductivity.
Mysterious State of Matter Discovered Flowing Inside Earth's Core
The 'superionic phase' is real.
At Bernell’s, blues and women’s sports share the stage
Rita Adair and Dan Resnick blend a legacy of blues music with a space to watch women’s sports in the former Red Rooster building in Madison.
Nationwide Children's school-based programs keeping kids in classroom
Unaddressed health conditions fuel chronic absenteeism, impacting one in four Ohio students. School-based health centers are helping to change that.
Read the pitch deck Scribe used to raise $75 million to fix how companies adopt AI
Workflow software startup Scribe has raised $75 million and achieved unicorn status, as it aims to reimagine AI integration for businesses.
2025 an active year on the Greenwich business scene as another iconic business said goodbye to the avenue
The closures of longtime businesses in the community has left a melancholy feeling among local merchants and residents.
The LG 39GX950B is the World First 39" 5K2K OLED Monitor to be Announced
Share this contentAhead of CES in a couple of week’s time, LG Electronics have unveiled their line-up of new monitors that will be on show at the event. They also....[click link for more]
LG Unveils UltraGear evo, Redefining 5K Gaming With World's First
Expanding the Boundaries of High-Resolution Gaming With a New Lineup Spanning OLED, New MiniLED and Ultra-Wide Formats SEOUL, Dec. 26, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) announced today the global launch of i
She goes to police calls in a Prius. It’s part of a new approach to mental health emergencies
Briana Fair, a mental health clinician with the San Mateo Police Department, received a dozen voicemails from the same distressed caller over a single weekend this month.
Downtown Colorado Springs brewery working toward "nice list" status after health dept. concerns
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - A well-known brewery in Downtown Colorado Springs is working hard to get back on the “nice list” after a run-in with the